Can you share some details about your first job in the industry? My first job was recording the details of the material going into the furnace that day and how much weight would be lost when melting, the ingots would then be analysed for aluminium content and if this was not correct we would go back to my records to check the accuracy. This in turn helped when I started to buy material myself as I knew the good from the bad. What has been the most challenging aspect of your career so far?
I would say being a woman in a traditionally man’s industry has meant that being taken seriously and appreciated for knowledge rather than how you look used to be challenging but I feel in the last few years the narrative has truly been changed. Which achievement or project are you most proud of, and what impact has it had on your company or the industry? I am incredibly proud to have formed women in recycling to provide a network for women to come together and encourage each other to climb the ladder and have incredible careers in the recycling industry. Our first event saw fifty amazing, hard working women come together and have an incredible evening. The event proved that the industry is changing and women are really finding their voices. There appears to have been an incredible amount of business done between all the attendees post event as well; we are looking forward to the next one. What aspects of your job do you find the most enjoyable and fulfilling? I love the travelling; this job has literally taken me all over the world and I get to meet the most incredible people. We are constantly adding new customers in different countries to our books and we are always learning something new along the way. What advice would you offer young people considering a career in your industry? Knowledge is power, get involved and educate yourself as much as possible about the industry. Where do you see the future of your industry heading, and how can young women and men prepare to be a part of that future? The metals recycling industry will continue to grow rapidly and regardless of what the economy does we have to recycle. It is every single person's duty to recycle and tread lightly on this planet. The more people that take that belief to heart and come into this industry will find themselves in the amazing position of doing a job they actually feel passionate about, earning great money and creating a better future for their children.
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